Janitor; Float

LOCATION: VANCOUVER,

B.C

TIME: SHORT-TERM (1 YEAR)/FULL-TIME

SALARY: $26.77 p/h

JANITOR (FLOAT)

Performs a variety of cleaning duties within assigned Commission buildings.

• Performs cleaning duties within assigned buildings including vacant dwellings.
• Mops, washes, waxes and polishes floors and vacuums carpets; cleans carpets (except on move outs), walls, doors, furniture, smoke alarms and dusts and sweeps areas;
• Moves Commission and tenant furniture and/or effects within a development.
• Maintains cleanliness of assigned outside areas and picks up litter and removes garbage, maintains integrity and compliance of recycling programs.
• Clears snow from doorways and walkways and applies ice melt product when required.
• Operates cleaning janitorial equipment and uses associated tools and cleaning materials.
• Washes windows inside and outside where accessible.
• Required to utilize tact and diplomacy and refers tenants to other staff where appropriate. In some occasions may be required to exercise interpersonal and conflict resolution skills when dealing with the resident population.
• Other related duties.
• Changes light bulbs in buildings and in unlit areas where no Building Manager is assigned or the Building Manager is off duty.
• When required, shall drive the Employer's vehicle.

• In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees’ current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
• Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch‑and‑learn lectures and seminars.
• Recognition programs including long‑term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
• Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!).
• An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
• Participation in community and charitable events.

Only those legally entitled to work in Canada are eligible for this position. BC Housing invites and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous People, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to an inclusive and barrier‑free work environment, starting with the hiring process.

If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

Applications must be submitted online via the BC Housing Careers portal at www.bchousing.org/careers
. Include a cover letter and resume in a single document. You will be prompted to complete a questionnaire after submission. Only applications submitted through the Online Recruitment System will be considered.

For additional information, refer to the FAQ on the careers page.

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